Thursday, January 28, 2016

  • Triathlon Training Program

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Have you always wanted to compete in a Triathlon, but don’t know where to start? RWC Fitness has you covered! Triathlon Training is a 12 week program designed to prepare you for a sprint triathlon. Participants will be guided through a training program that prepares them to complete the requirements of a sprint triathlon - Swim 1/4 mile, Bike 12.5 …

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  • Interviewer Certification - PER006 (Faculty & Staff Only) (Recurring Event)

    Human Resource: OD & Training: HR 105 ABC

    Do you want to hire the best people? During this workshop we will:* Introduce the concept of behavioral interviewing* Examine areas of possible discrimination concerns* Review hiring procedures * Offer 100+ interview questions to select from for your interviews * Provide sample reference check questions upon completion of the program, participants earn the designation of "Certified Interviewer," a requirement for …

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  • Board of Trustees Meeting

    FAIRWINDS Alumni Center

    No description provided.

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  • The Exchange: Decide to Decide - Don't Tell Me It Can't Be Done (Recurring Event)

    The Exchange: BA1 Rm 148

    Led by Retired Colonel Rolfe Arnhym, ’75, chairman, Vistage Florida #UCFBusiness students: Register here

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  • Blood Drive (Recurring Event)

    Student Union

    Blood drives are one of the many ways our Knight family demonstrates its giving spirit. Come join us on the Big Red Bus! Knights Bleed Black & Gold! Visit http://BloodDrives-UCF.org for information for students, faculty, and staff regarding drives, events, volunteering, blood donor facts, advocacy, and UCF training and educational opportunities.Students, faculty, and staff interested in working with the Knights …

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  • Blood Drive (Recurring Event)

    Veterans Commemorative Site

    Blood drives are one of the many ways our Knight family demonstrates its giving spirit. Come join us on the Big Red Bus! Knights Bleed Black & Gold! Visit http://BloodDrives-UCF.org for information for students, faculty, and staff regarding drives, events, volunteering, blood donor facts, advocacy, and UCF training and educational opportunities.Students, faculty, and staff interested in working with the Knights …

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  • Know Your BAC

    The HUB (1st floor of Student Union)

    This interactive workshop educates students on the effects of changes in blood alcohol content. It includes 3-4 different activities and lasts approximately 1 hour. Workshop participants will receive BAC cards and Alcohol Emergency Procedure information. This workshop will take place in The Hub, first floor of the Student Union.

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  • Getting Started: Experiential Learning (Recurring Event)

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 115

    Are you expecting to work in your major field when you graduate? Employers look for graduates with experience. Learn how to gain such related experience while in school through internships, co-ops, and service learning.

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  • Tools for a Successful Kickstarter Campaign

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    Come out and learn tools for Kickstarter Success and find out the importance of a Kickstarter Video. This event will be led by Richard Holley, founder of PreReel Productions. Attendees can expect tips and tricks for success on Kickstarter and what entices people to fund your crowdfunding projects! This will be a practical learning experience that will be sure to …

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  • Getting Great Recommendation Letters (Recurring Event)

    Student Union: Egmont Key Meeting Room (Room 224)

    This workshop will provide you information on how to develop strong relationships with faculty, how to ask for recommendation letters, and how to provide all the information your recommenders need to prepare strong recommendation letters. Co-sponsor: Multicultural Academic and Support Services

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  • GIS Study Abroad Information Session

    Teaching Academy: 117

    The 2016 Belize Participatory Geographic Information Systems Study Abroad Program, Summer Session A $2500 program fee, includes flight Study abroad in Belize this summer! Work with communities on a real-world research project. Learn an in-demand research method. Explore the Belize Barrier Reef and several different landscapes across Belize (an English speaking country). Spend 6 days on land and 6 on …

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  • The Exchange: Decide to Decide - Don't Tell Me It Can't Be Done (Recurring Event)

    The Exchange: BA1 Rm 148

    Led by Retired Colonel Rolfe Arnhym, ’75, chairman, Vistage Florida #UCFBusiness students: Register here

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  • Presentation Skills Workshop (Recurring Event)

    Graduate Student Center: Colbourn Hall, Suite 146

    Does the idea of giving a presentation freak you out? I have good news and bad news. Bad news – presentations are unavoidable in your courses and in your future career path. Good news – presentation skills are something you can easily improve! This 45-minute session will provide some tips, tricks, and ideas on how on become a better presenter. …

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  • Diversity Workshop: Secular and Religious Minority Awareness (SRMA) (Recurring Event)

    Research Pavilion: Diversity Initiatives (Room 169)

    We interact every day with individuals of different worldviews. Why is that important, and how does it impact our personal and professional relationships? Be part of this fun, interactive discussion about creating respectful spaces for people of all faith and non-faith perspectives. We will explore topics such as considering the faith diversity around us and what is meant by minority …

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  • Graduate Nursing Programs: In-Person Information Session (MSN, DNP, PhD, Certificates) (Recurring Event)

    University Tower: 490

    Register HERE.Considering graduate school but not sure where to start? Join us for an Information Session and learn more about the application process and how to improve your chances for admission. You will also have the opportunity to meet nursing faculty and current graduate students. Please plan to arrive early and stay for the entire session.

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  • Library Research & Literature Review Strategies Workshop (Recurring Event)

    Graduate Student Center: Colbourn Hall, Suite 146

    This session provides an overview on strategies for conducting library research and library services for graduate students. Topics covered can help in identifying sources for literature reviews and academic projects, using citation tracking options, searching subject databases, creating alerts to stay updated on publications, and customizing Google Scholar. The session also provides an introduction on organizing your sources with Mendeley, …

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  • Traps of Academic Misconduct

    The HUB (1st floor of Student Union)

    Students can fall into traps associated with academic misconduct. Discover what these traps are and how you can avoid falling into them. No RSVP required FREE! All students welcome! Freshman: Earn 1000 LINK Loot Points for each session!

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  • Research Colloquia and Dialogue Series

    Health & Public Affairs II: 247

    This month's lecture, " The IDEA Model: A Practical Tool for Creating and Sharing Crisis Messages," will be presented by Tim and Deanna Sellnow, professors of strategic communication at the Nicholson School of Communication. The presentation focuses on results from a series of message testing experiments conducted by the presenters with funding from the Department of Homeland Security and the …

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  • "My Story": Greg Pearlman, '08, Financial Advisor, Northwestern Mutual

    The Exchange: BA1 Rm 148

    Join the Department of Marketing as they host Greg Pearlman of Northwestern Mutual. #UCFBusiness students - Register Now!

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  • Couponing 101 (Recurring Event)

    The Hub

    Wellness and Health Promotion Services (WHPS) is proud to offer:Couponing 101 Join us to learn the basics on how to coupon and save money on groceries and personal hygiene products. Healthy doesn’t have to be expensive. Discover how you can get name brand items for low cost or even free. During this workshops you will receive coupons and your very …

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  • Insurance for Business (Recurring Event)

    South Lake: Building 2 Room 101

    How much business insurance do I need? What kind of insurance do I need? Where do I get it? This class will discuss the most common types of insurance necessary for start-up business ventures and help you explore how to tailor your insurance requirements to your specific business. For more information and to register, please go to: www.sbdcorlando.com/lakecounty or click …

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  • SAS Institute Info Session

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

    Want to learn more about SAS Institute? Now's your chance! They're hosting an info session: come learn about the company and their job opportunities.

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  • She's the First*{UCF} Meeting!

    Nicholson School of Communication: 112

    She's the First provides scholarships to girls in low-income countries, fostering first-generation graduates and cultivating the next generation of global leaders. We hope you can come out to She's the First at UCF's first meeting of the Spring semester. It will be held Thursday, January 28th at 6:00pm in the Nicholson School of Communication (NSC) room 112. We are excited …

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  • Social Justice Week: Late Nite Art

    Student Union: Garden Key Meeting Room (Room 221)

    Participants will engage in activities and conversations to create various collective works of art.

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  • UCF Science Cafe: Tackling Breast Cancer

    PSB 161

    Dr. Annette Khaled Tackling Breast Cancer Associate Professor Burnett School of Biomedical Sciences Location: Physical Sciences Bldg., Room 161 Date: Thursday, January 28, 2016 6:30 p.m. networking, drinks and appetizers with talk beginning at 7:00 p.m. RSVP: https://www.cos.ucf.edu/cafe/ Dr. Khaled, has a master’s degree in microbiology from the University of Long Beach and a doctorate in molecular genetics and microbiology …

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